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2004 Subaru Forester
for sale
near
Northbrook, IL
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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Insanely reliable.
Insanely reliable. Nothing needed to be replaced in the time I’ve had it, and its 20 years old! Currently at 146k miles. Hope to see my specific Forester reach up to the >250k miles mark like many others!
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Great used car lot closest to Bellingham !!
Lots of options in all price ranges . Easy to sit in/test drive cars. Tim was great and no pressure sales. Will recommend and go back. Clean bathroom for customers. Air conditioning inside. Easy to get to off Cook road, the (hwy) 9 or the (hwy) 20. Local & around since the 80's.
still going after 277K miles
I am the sole owner of a 2004 Forester XS which is still going at 277,000 miles. It has proved to be a reliable car with proper maintenance, and have trusted it so far on many backcountry and off-road adventures. By 2022 standards, the car is just adequately powered, but I was able to tow a #1800 trailer many a time. The engine required an extensive rebuild at 185K miles, which is typical for a Subaru, and the transmission was swapped out for low-miles used transmission at 250K miles - surprising good considering its life history. Road noise/air leaks around the windows are the biggest problem. The sunroof actuator broke mid-life, which was disappointing. Otherwise, a quality car.
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Great experience.
Great experience. Very straightforward. No hidden fees. Good dealership, nice people. Courtney was great, very friendly. I’m extremely pleased with my purchase.
The subaru forester is a reliable car
It has plenty of leg room as for parts i take mine to subaru to get the parts they are like any other car some parts are expensive but i know i get a great job and have no complaints whatsoever i suppose other garages could do the jobs but with subaru i know il get a great job done and no complaints ..
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Ben and Kenny were super helpful in getting me approved
Ben and Kenny were super helpful in getting me approved and once I was approved the process was quick and easy. I will send everyone I know to them from now on.
Good performance especially on slippery roads
It's a wonderful car my first Subaru to drive and am satisfied Secondly the stability on the road is good and it's fuel efficient .
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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dependable used cars
My previous car had broken down and needed a quick cheap fix to the situation while resolving my finances. I had heard horror stories about used car dealerships so went in as a skeptic. They were nice enough to explain i was buying a used car and to expect a few wear and tear issues. I bought it with the express intention of just owning it for a few months. I took it to my mechanic changed the fluids and it served me well with minimal maintenance for three years before i decided to get another. After this experience and how much i saved i do not see myself buying a brand new car
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Great cars/easygoing staff
I bought a 2014 Subaru Forester and couldn’t be happier! The buying process was quick and easy. They were up front about everything from the start
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2004 Subaru Forester Base
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Friendly, helpful salesman Brendan Arnold.
Friendly, helpful salesman Brendan Arnold. Ford Escape PHEV is a hard to find vehicle and he kept me informed the whole time during the search. Tyler was very helpful during the purchase and explained all the option to help us get what we believe is best for us.
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS
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I want to scream a huge shout out to Collins for the
I want to scream a huge shout out to Collins for the outstanding effort he put in to get us going on a car! He went the extra mile to talk the bank I to 0 down for us and to top it off he drove a little o er half an hour to pick me and my other half up in the car we were approved for.. we never thought we'd be coming on in a 17 ford fusion!!! And at an awesome and affordable price! You are the true definition of A SALES LEADER!!! Just knowing a little info on our situation you took it upon yourself to make this happen for us!! I will now and as long as we can refer you to as many people as possible THANK YOU 😊
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Frontier is a great place to buy a used vehicle.
Frontier is a great place to buy a used vehicle. We stopped there because their business looked neat and had a good selection of used vehicles. Jay was very professional, listened to our needs and answered our questions regarding their inventory. We never felt pressured during our purchase process. The car was fully serviced, detailed, and ready for us when promised. We feel confident we got a quality car at a fair price, and will recommend Frontier Sales and Service and Jay to our family and friends.
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| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Subaru Forester | $37,244 | 17 Good deals |
| 2025 Subaru Forester | $33,846 | 34 Good deals |
| 2024 Subaru Forester | $30,778 | 28 Good deals |
| 2023 Subaru Forester | $27,678 | 38 Good deals |
| 2022 Subaru Forester | $24,562 | 25 Good deals |
| 2021 Subaru Forester | $22,653 | 10 Good deals |
| 2020 Subaru Forester | $23,467 | 8 Good deals |
| 2019 Subaru Forester | $19,827 | 5 Good deals |
| 2017 Subaru Forester | $15,761 | 12 Good deals |
About the 2004 Subaru Forester
2.5 X shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 0
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
How much does the 2004 Subaru Forester cost?
The 2004 Subaru Forester price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2004 Forester is $7,553, with pricing starting at $3,489.
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Is the 2004 Subaru Forester reliable?
The 2004 Subaru Forester has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2004 Forester owners.
Is the 2004 Subaru Forester a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2004 Subaru Forester.
- Comfort
- 3.9
- Interior
- 4.0
- Performance
- 4.2
- Value
- 4.6
- Exterior
- 3.9
- Reliability
- 4.5
93% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort
- 3.9
- Interior
- 4.0
- Performance
- 4.2
- Value
- 4.6
- Exterior
- 3.9
- Reliability
- 4.5
X (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 X Manual | 4dr 2.5 X Auto | 4dr 2.5 X Auto | 4dr 2.5 X Manual |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $21,020 | Starting at $21,820 | Starting at $21,820 | Starting at $21,020 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |||
| 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XS (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 XS Manual | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto | 4dr 2.5 XS Manual |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $23,270 | Starting at $24,070 | Starting at $24,070 | Starting at $23,270 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |||
| 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XS w/Prem Pkg & Lthr (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $25,820 | Starting at $25,820 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |
| 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XS w/Premium Pkg (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 XS Manual w/Premium Pkg | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Premium Pkg | 4dr 2.5 XS Manual w/Premium Pkg | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Premium Pkg |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $24,270 | Starting at $25,070 | Starting at $24,270 | Starting at $25,070 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |||
| 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XT (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 XT Manual | 4dr 2.5 XT Auto | 4dr 2.5 XT Manual | 4dr 2.5 XT Auto |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $25,095 | Starting at $25,895 | Starting at $25,095 | Starting at $25,895 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |||
| 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XT w/Prem Pkg & Lthr (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 4dr 2.5 XT Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr | 4dr 2.5 XT Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $27,645 | Starting at $27,645 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 0 | 0 |
| Engine | |
| 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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